Geotechnical Estimator

Job title:

Geotechnical Estimator

Company

RSK Group

Job description

We have a new exciting opportunity for an experienced Geotechnical Estimator. This role can be based anywhere in the UK or at our offices in Chesterfield & Northfleet.The successful candidate would join the team of 3 existing estimators, and work alongside them to price geotechnical stabilisation works and submit tenders. The successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate that they have the ability to consider how a project might practically and safely be carried out, be good with numbers and be able to quickly manipulate excel spreadsheets.Responsibilities:

• Tendering for new work concerned with geotechnical stabilisation of steep soil/rock slopes and retaining walls, involving drilling, anchoring, bolting & netting, sprayed concrete and soil nailing.
• Working as part of a small team, responsible for each lead from initial client enquiry through to contract award on a variety of construction and maintenance schemes.
• Maximising sales/turnover whilst minimising company exposure to commercial risk.
• Handover and continued support where required with operations teams.
• Processing new enquiries / database management.

• Site visits for tender evaluation, calculating quantities from drawings, building up costs.
• Obtaining supplier / subcontractor quotations.
• Preparation of tender submissions including costs and programme, project values up to ~£5m.
• Client follow up, providing specialist advice and contract negotiation.

Experience and skills required:

• At least 2 years estimating experience within the civil engineering industry.
• Ability to influence and develop winning strategies for tenders.
• Previous experience of sale or business development desirable, with energy and drive to grow the business.
• Excellent commercial awareness.
• Previous construction site experience outside of an estimating role desirable.
• Logical thinking and able to work to strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication & organisation skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in excel / word processing /report writing skills.
• Driving licence.

What are the benefits like?

• Competitive salary.
• Car allowance/company car.
• Life Assurance (work and leisure)
• Free financial, mortgage and pensions advice
• Enhanced maternity pay (10 weeks at full pay if been employed for 52 weeks by the start of the week when the baby is due)
• Holiday purchase available (up to 5 days per year)
• Autoenrollment in Aegon pension
• 24/7 virtual GP service
• 24/7 mental health support service
• Expert nutrition consultation
• Healthcare cash plan
• Payroll giving
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts with MyGym, Tilsun hire car, Fitbit and Everyman barbers
• From time-to-time RSK staff share options may become available for purchase
• CAN is part of RSK who are Investors in People accredited, encouraging the continued training of all our staff – full training will be provided in all job-specific fields.
• Continued company growth will result in further opportunities.
• Although we are a growing company, we pride ourselves on the ‘family-feel’ atmosphere.
• Varied and challenging projects.

The RSK Group are an equal opportunities company#Engineering #rskfamily #RecruitmentRSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agenciesCAN Engineering is a UK-based geotechnical engineering and access contractor. We undertake large-scale ground stabilisation and specialist access projects. Our geotechnical engineering division is involved with undertaking soil slope and rock face stabilisation work, installing rockfall protection measures, constructing retaining walls and providing sprayed concrete and structural reinforcement drilling and grouting. Our structures division offers structural repairs, construction support, inspection, testing and maintenance, blasting, painting, rigging and lifting at height. The multifaceted work is supported by rope access and confined space expertise, including bespoke access solutions.CAN also has a large fleet of bespoke drilling and access equipment and facilities for design, manufacture, modification and repair. We provide solutions to complex jobs and overcome challenging access scenarios, thereby minimising public disruption. We hold the necessary health, safety, environmental and quality registrations. We are based in the UK (Chesterfield, Kent, Bristol, Glasgow) and the Republic of Ireland (Dublin).CAN Engineering is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues’ growth. We’re committed to preserving RSK’s people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.If you’re passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

Expected salary

Location

Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Job date

Sat, 17 May 2025 04:17:05 GMT

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